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2008 Volvo V70 Review

2008 Volvo V70 Review

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2008 Volvo V70 Volvo has been building wagons since 1953, and has made the genre a specialty. If the Swedish automaker has a small presence in the general automotive marketplace, it is a major player in the wagon class throughout the world. Wagons are a minor sideline for most manu ... Continue reading

2008 BMW 128i Convertible Review

2008 BMW 128i Convertible Review

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2008 BMW 128i Convertible It may be hard to believe at this late date, but in the early 1960s BMW was a faltering manufacturer of baroquely-styled luxury cars and small sedans and coupes powered by flat-twin engines derived from the motorcycle division, which supplanted the single- ... Continue reading

Carz4Girlz Review: 2008 KIA SPORTAGE, FORD ESCAPE HYBRID, HONDA CR-V

Carz4Girlz Review: 2008 KIA SPORTAGE, FORD ESCAPE HYBRID, HONDA CR-V

Carz4Girlz Review: 2008 KIA SPORTAGE, FORD ESCAPE HYBRID, HONDA CR-V MAKING A CASE TO YOUR PARENTS FOR AN SUV? HERE'S THREE FUN, USER-FRIENDLY & AFFORDABLE VEHICLES By Ilyse Gordon Owning an SUV isn't all about guzzling gas. That will be the first roadblock your parents will pull out if you're planning on going to batt ... Continue reading

2008 BMW Z4 M Roadster Review

2008 BMW Z4 M Roadster Review

THE AUTO PAGE by JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS – 2008 BMW Z4 M Roadster Model: BMW Z4 M Roadster Engine: 3.2-liter DOHC inline 6 Horsepower/Torque: 330 hp/262 lb.-ft. Transmission: 6-speed manual Wheelbase: 98.2 in. Length x Width x Height: 161.1 x 70.1 x 51.1 in. Tires: P225/45ZR18 (F)/ P255/40ZR18 (R) Cargo volume: ... Continue reading

2008 Kia Sedona EX Review

2008 Kia Sedona EX Review

THE AUTO PAGE<br> by<br> JOHN HEILIG</p> <p><b>SPECIFICATIONS: 2009 Kia Sedona EX</b></p> <p>Model:</b> Kia Sedona EX <br><b>Engine: </b> 3.8-liter V6 <br><b>Horsepower/Torque: </b> 250 hp/253 lb.-ft. <br><b>Transmission: </b> 5-speed automatic <br><b>Wheelbase: </b> 118.9 in. <br><b>Length x Width x Height: </b> 202.0 ... Continue reading

2008 Fuel Economy Guide

2008 Fuel Economy Guide

2008 Fuel Economy Guide ... Continue reading

Moms Blog Their Way Across the U.S. in a Chevy Tahoe Hybrid - VIDEO STORY

Moms Blog Their Way Across the U.S. in a Chevy Tahoe Hybrid - VIDEO STORY

DETROIT - August 1, 2008: A group of five mothers have completed a U.S. cross-country road trip in which they blogged about their experiences. Driving a hybrid Tahoe, the moms chronicled their experiences which included stops in Chicago; Omaha, NE; Denver; Salt Lake City and Reno, NV. While the moms were sans children, ... Continue reading

Coupes That Get 27+ MPG (Updated)

Coupes That Get 27+ MPG (Updated)

Rank and Compare all 2011 Coupes that get over 27 Combined City/Hwy MPG A coupe may be, and given production realities, often is, based on a sedan, but it's less practical and more fun and frivolous. If sedans are sensible clothing, coupes are fashion items. Sedans are family vehicles, coupes are built for two, with, s ... Continue reading

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2008 Ford Escape

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2008 Ford Escape

SEE ALSO: Ford Prices, OPictures and Specs - Ford Buyers Guide HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser INTRO TO THE ESCAPE The Escape definitely gained some muscle for 2008 and now better embodies Ford’s beefy truck image and genetics. The Escape made its public debut at the North American International Auto Show in 200 ... Continue reading

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2008 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2008 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG

SEE ALSO: Volswagen Specs, Pics, Prices - Volkswagen Buyers Guide HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser INTRO TO THE TOUAREG The Touareg is a luxury SUV with a growing reputation as a fast off-road performance car – the vehicle started out as a prototype for the world famous Dakar Rally and debuted in the 2007 Baja 50 ... Continue reading

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2008 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX REVIEW

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2008 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX REVIEW

HEELS ON WHEELS: 2008 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX REVIEW HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser INTRO TO THE SUBARU IMPREZA The Impreza – and Subaru, for that matter – focus on impressing the consumer with vehicle performance. The company has achieved just that as the Impreza is 2008 Consumer Report's recommendation and Su ... Continue reading

2008 Cadillac CTS V6 DI Performance Sedan Review

2008 Cadillac CTS V6 DI Performance Sedan Review

By Mark Gordon Rocky Mountain Editor The Auto Channel When reading a review the reader has to be aware of so many things. Don’t take it for granted that what you are reading is the natural truth. There is no such thing. Every reviewer comes at a car with a flock of biases and pre-judgements. This doesn’t mean ... Continue reading

2008 Land Rover LR2 Review

2008 Land Rover LR2 Review

THE AUTO PAGE by JOHN HEILIG Model: Land Rover LR2 Engine: 3.2-liter DOHC inline 6 Horsepower/Torque: 230 hp/234 lb.-ft. Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 104.7 in. Length x Width x Height: 177.1 x 85.7 x 68.5 in. Tires: 235/55 VR19 Cargo volume: 58.9 cu. ft. ... Continue reading

2008 BMW 328i Convertible Review

2008 BMW 328i Convertible Review

THE AUTO PAGE by JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS 2008 BMW 328i Convertible Model: BMW 328i convertible Engine: 3.0-liter DOHC inline six Horsepower/Torque: 230 hp/200 lb.-ft. Transmission: 6-speed manual Wheelbase: 108.7 in. Length x Width x Height: 180.6 x 70.2 x 54.5 in. Tires: P255/35R18 Cargo volume: 9.0 cu. ft. ... Continue reading

The Diesels Are Coming The Diesels Are Coming - Not Soon Enough For TACH

The Diesels Are Coming The Diesels Are Coming - Not Soon Enough For TACH

<p>Washington DC July 23, 2008; The AIADA newsletter reported that with the price of diesel fuel 10 percent or more above regular gasoline, automakers and enthusiasts for diesel-powered cars wonder if the technology will take off as they hope when several manufacturers increase their offerings in the next two years. On ... Continue reading

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